About UIC

Strategically located in the heart of China’s most vibrant Greater Bay Area, our campus is within the one-hour livelihood circle that encompasses Hong Kong, Macau, Shenzhen and Guangzhou. Founded in 2005, UIC is jointly established by Beijing Normal University and Hong Kong Baptist University and enjoys a fine reputation as a pioneer in liberal arts education. Attracting prestigious scholars from around the world, it is a campus of robust international culture, where all classroom lessons are taught in English. Long a magnet for students with ambitions of studying overseas, UIC sees many of its graduates snapped up by the world’s leading universities. Our Faculty of Business and Management, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Faculty of Science and Technology, School of Culture and Creativity, and School of General Education together offer a total of 30 undergraduate programmes and more than a dozen postgraduate programmes. Growing rapidly in size, quality and diversity, UIC now attracts over 9,000 students to its picturesque campus in the coastal city of Zhuhai, and is actively recruiting first-class faculty members to make it a top-tier liberal arts college in China.

About the Faculty

The Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences (FHSS) at UIC explores a broad range of specializations and represents one of the most dynamic and challenging areas of academic inquiry. The faculty degree programmes collectively explore both aesthetic and artistic concerns of the human spirit as well as the efforts of individuals, groups, organizations and institutions to improve the general welfare of all members of society. FHSS is offering seven undergraduate degree programmes in Applied Translation Studies (ATS), English Language and Literature Studies (ELLS), Chinese Culture and Global Communication (CCGC), Media and Communication Studies (MCOM), Public Relations and Advertising (PRA), Digital Social Science (DGS), Globalisation and Development (GAD).  We also offer two taught postgraduate programmes: Master of Arts in Communication (Communication Studies Concentration) taught in Mandarin, and Master of Social Work taught in English; and two MPhil/PhD programmes in Communication, and Applied English Linguistics.

UIC now invites candidates for this position which is expected to be filled as soon as possible:

Job Description

The appointee should be a visionary leader and distinguished scholar, who is eligible for faculty appointment as a full professor, preferably in one or more of the Faculty’s teaching and research fields (Language/Literature, Communication, and Sociology). S/he reports to the President/Provost/Vice-President (Academic Affairs) and is a key member of the Senior Management Team of the College, contributing to the advancement of UIC. S/he is required to provide effective academic leadership for: (1) execution of all Faculty’s initiatives and planning; (2) facilitation of academic and administrative development by providing effective guidance in all aspects of the Faculty’s academic programmes, research endeavors, and community outreach activities; (3) develop cross-disciplinary collaboration with other areas; (4) foster relationships with industry partners and stakeholders to ensure curriculum relevance and student’s career opportunities; (5) oversee budgeting, resource allocation, and efficient operations of the Faculty.

Job Requirement

The candidate should have a PhD degree with substantial managerial and leadership experience with broad vision and strategic foresight as well as a strong commitment to the promotion and implementation of liberal arts education. It is highly preferred that the candidates are familiar with the education system in Mainland China and bilingual in both English and Chinese.

Benefits

We offer an internationally competitive remuneration package. Fringe benefits include leaves, housing allowance or accommodation, medical benefits, a generous start-up fund, etc.

Appointment Terms

Appointment to this position will initially be made on a fixed-term contract with mutual agreement.

Closing Date: Open until filled

Application Procedures

*Please complete the job application form and upload the requested documents online: https://hrapp.uic.edu.cn/recruit/job/vacancy/JobDetail/1038.

*If you failed to submit your application online, please send your application by emailing to recruit@uic.edu.cn. Applications should include a curriculum vitae and a completed "Job Application Form" which can be downloaded from https://hro.uic.edu.cn/Job_Opportunities_/Application_Procedure.htm. Please indicate the position being applied for, including the field of expertise, level and reference number.

The College reserves the right not to fill this position, or to extend the search until suitable candidates are identified or to make an appointment by invitation. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse environment.